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Help others improve and maintain their health and wellness!

If your desire is to help people lead better, healthier lives, a degree in public health can set you up for success in a number of careers. In fact, there’s a growing need for these professionals! From nursing homes to fitness training, with a degree in public health education, you’ll be ready to pursue a number of occupations in local health departments, hospitals, health agencies, and more. If your passion is to improve the health and wellness of those around you, a degree in public health - whether you choose to pursue your public health bachelor's degree or associate degree in public health - is the perfect tool to help you help others.

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By the numbers

16:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

$48,860

Average Salary

4%

Industry Growth

96%

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Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

* The credit hours listed on this page only reference the specific program requirements and is not reflective of the total hours necessary to receive your degree. Cumberlands requires all students obtain a minimum of 60 hours for an associate’s degree and a total of 120 hours for a bachelor’s degree. Transfer and prior learning credits may be counted toward those totals.

To learn more about our General Education Requirements, please visit the page referenced below or explore our Academic Catalog

General Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Public Health

Now is the perfect time to get into public health! According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in this industry are growing faster than ever, and opportunities are plentiful. As you pursue your public health bachelor's degree, you’ll study with caring, experienced faculty members who will help you tailor a program of study unique to you and your interests - from community health to public health policy and much more. You’ll learn the skills you need to help others live healthier lives, including the use of technology and communication skills. Cumberlands also provides on-site internship opportunities to help you further your skills in your specific field of interest. 

Course Requirements

If someone is double majoring (Public Health and Exercise Sport Science), only the core classes can be duplicated between the majors. There should not be overlapped in elective class hours. 

Associate of Science in Public Health

An associate degree in public health will allow you to learn much of the same knowledge and skills you would learn with a bachelor’s in public health degree, but in a more streamlined public health program that takes less time to complete. 

Course Requirements

Minor in Public Health

Even a few classes about public health can boost your major and give you knowledge and skills that will benefit the rest of your life.

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Mission & Goals

The purpose of the public health degree program is to improve health (physical, mental, emotional, social, occupational, and spiritual) through education.

Build a strong academic foundation in health.
Learn a variety of skills that are essential to success in the public health field.
Become equipped to help others lead healthier lives.
Effectively educate others in health.
Prepare to jumpstart a career as a competent health specialist.
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Public Health Careers & Outcomes

All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Health Education Specialist: $48,860

Health Education Specialist: $48,860

Work in healthcare facilities, nonprofits, public health departments, and more to create wellness programs, work one on one with patients, create materials for learning, and more.

Community Health Worker: $48,860

Community Health Worker: $48,860

Identify health-related issues, collect data, and discuss health concerns within the community.

Epidemiologist: $78,830

Epidemiologist: $78,830

Conduct research and investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury.

Nursing Home Administrator: $101,340

Nursing Home Administrator: $101,340

Manage all aspects of a nursing home facility, including admissions, building maintenance, and care of its residents.

Medical Records Specialist: $46,660

Medical Records Specialist: $46,660

Compile, process, and maintain patient files.

Dietician/Nutritionist: $61,650

Dietician/Nutritionist: $61,650

Work with patients to plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs that will help them lead their healthiest lives.

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Common Questions

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Faculty Experts in Public Health

Learn more about the professors you'll interact with in the public health program!

Julia Chaney

Julia Chaney

Adjunct Professor
Health, Exercise and Sport Science

Julia Chaney

Contact Information

julia.chaney [at] ucumberlands.edu
Dr. Elizabeth Christopher

Dr. Elizabeth Christopher

Associate Professor
Health, Exercise and Sport Science

Dr. Elizabeth Christopher

Contact Information

liz.christopher [at] ucumberlands.edu
Luecker Building, RM 213
Heather Killian

Heather Killian

Adjunct Professor
Health, Exercise and Sport Science

Heather Killian

Contact Information

heather.killian [at] ucumberlands.edu
Luecker Building

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